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Teacher working alongside young students at a classroom table

For Schools · 15 June 2026

From Accommodation to Inclusion: building a school culture where every learner belongs

How schools can use Universal Design for Learning, student feedback and shared responsibility to identify barriers to participation and develop inclusive practice.

By Bartola Mavrić

Two young academy players sprinting at full pace during a match, one in red and one in navy

For Schools · 28 May 2026

Football and education: building futures beyond the pitch

Sigve Austheim describes a three-year project in East Africa combining an international academic programme with football development through a partnership with Southampton Football Club.

By Sigve Austheim

For Schools · 31 March 2026

AI governance for international schools

A guide to reviewing AI use in schools, with practical questions for leaders and governors and an update on the EU AI Act's timetable and scope.

By Natalia Ambridge

STEAM education at the British International STEAM School Istanbul

For Schools · 12 February 2026

Developing a STEAM curriculum in an international primary school

Between 2022 and 2025 the British International STEAM School in Istanbul recorded 30% enrolment growth, alongside stronger parent engagement and student motivation, while raising academic standards rather than compromising them. This article describes the curriculum, organisational and cultural changes behind that transformation.

By Natalia Ambridge

Leadership coaching for international school principals

For Schools · 2 February 2026

Coaching for school leaders: a strategic investment

How coaching and mentoring can help school leaders examine decisions, agree priorities and manage the demands of the role.

By Natalia Ambridge

Teacher professional development in an international school

For Schools · 27 January 2026

Teacher training strategies for international schools

Five approaches to professional development, with guidance on choosing priorities, making time for learning and reviewing changes in classroom practice.

By Natalia Ambridge

Positive Energy Circulation Theory conceptual framework

For Schools · 14 December 2025

Positive Energy Circulation Theory: a framework for sustainable motivation

Sustainable motivation and engagement are central challenges in modern educational and organisational environments. This paper proposes the Positive Energy Circulation Theory (PECT) as a conceptual framework for understanding how positive energy is transmitted, received, and reinforced within social systems.

By Hasan Hasanov PhD

Students engaged in a project-based learning activity

For Schools · 6 October 2025

Beyond the classroom: what extracurricular activities do for students

How projects, competitions and activities can help students apply subject knowledge, work with others and develop their interests.

By Hasan Hasanov PhD

Critical evaluation of AI-generated educational content

For Schools · 3 October 2025

Evaluating the trustworthiness of AI-generated content in education

An examination of a response generated by Grok, including the need to check its sources, estimates and conclusions.

By The Education Options Team

Globe representing international education

For Schools · 29 September 2025

Five areas for school development

Five areas for school development: digital learning, international perspectives, personalised learning, social and emotional learning, and sustainability.

By Natalia Ambridge

Student wellbeing in UK schools and universities

For Schools · 2 September 2025

Student wellbeing at the heart of UK education

A review of research published in 2025 and its implications for how schools plan and evaluate wellbeing support.

By Natalia Ambridge